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What could cause pain in heel when relearning how to walk?

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Plantar fasciitis: Is a common cause mostly likely from either poor biomechanics or inadequate support. There are several other possibilities including stress fracture, contusion, inflammatory condition, corn/wart or infection are some other possibilities.

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Answered 10/15/2014

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